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We have info for following modifications of 1996 Buick Century
- 1996 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS, CID:189, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:189, Engine VIN:, Desg:M
- 1996 Buick Century Special 2.2 L4 GAS, CID:134, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:134, Engine VIN:, Desg:4
- 1996 Buick Century Special 3.1 V6 GAS, CID:189, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:189, Engine VIN:, Desg:M
BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Power Brake Units -> Description -> AC-Delco Single Diaphragm Type -> AC-Delco Tandem Diaphragm Type -> BCIA Single & Tandem Diaphragm Type -> Toyota/GM Single Diaphragm Type
Vehicle: 1996 Buick Century Special 3.1 V6 GAS
AC-Delco Tandem Diaphragm Type
This unit utilizes a vacuum power chamber, consisting of a front and rear shell, housing divider, front and rear diaphragm, plate assemblies, hydraulic pushrod and a diaphragm return spring, Figs. and .
In normal operating mode, with service brakes in released position, the booster operates with vacuum on both sides of its diaphragms. When brakes are applied, air at atmospheric pressure is admitted to one side of each diaphragm to provide power assist. When the service brake is released, atmospheric air is shut off from one side of each diaphragm. The a...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-lock Brakes -> Achieva, Beretta, Camaro, Cavalier, Century, Corsica, Ciera SL, Cutlass Ciera, Cutlass Cruiser, Cutlass Supreme, Firebird, Grand Am, Grand Prix, Lumina, Metro, Monte Carlo, Prizm, Regal, Skylark, Sunbird & Sunfire (A, F, J, L, M, N, S & W Cars) -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 1995 Achieva, Grand Am & Skylark -> 1995 Beretta & Corsica -> 1995 Sunfire & Cavalier -> 1995-96 Century, Cutlass Ciera, Ciera SL & Cutlass Cruiser, 1995 Camaro, Firebird & Cutlass Supreme, Grand Prix, Lumina, Monte Carlo & Regal -> 1996 Achieva, Grand Am & Skylark -> 1996 Beretta & Corsica -> 1996 Camaro & Firebird -> 1996 Cavalier & Sunfire -> 1996 Cutlass Supreme, Grand Prix, Lumina, Monte Carlo & Regal -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Connector Face View -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Ignition Cycle Default -> Metro & Prizm -> Tech 1 Scan Tool -> Wiring Diagrams
Vehicle: 1996 Buick Century Special 3.1 V6 GAS
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
This system contains sophisticated on-board diagnostics that can be accessed with a bi-directional scan tool. To properly diagnose the anti-lock brake system, a GM TECH 1 bi-directional scan tool or suitable equivalent is necessary. The scan tool can be used to identify system faults as specifically as possible, including whether or not the fault is intermittent. The scan tool can also be used to monitor the input and output signals of the ABS Module, manually control system components and perform automated functional tests. Using the scan t...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Drum Brakes -> Type 6 -> Tightening Specifications;
Vehicle: 1996 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Description
Vehicle: 1996 Buick Century Special 3.1 V6 GAS
The caliper has a single piston and is mounted to the support bracket by two mounting bolts, Figs. through . The caliper assembly slides on the two mounting bolts. Upon brake application, fluid pressure against the piston forces the inboard s...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Drum Brakes -> Type 6 -> Brake Service -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 1996 Buick Century Special 2.2 L4 GAS
Removal
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Mark relationship of wheel to axle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
- Remove brake drum. If drum is difficult to remove, proceed as follows:
- Ensure parking brake is released.
- Back off parking brake cable adjustment.
- Remove access hole plug from backing plate, insert screwdriver through hole and push parking brake lever off its stop.
- Insert punch through hole in splash shield Fig. , tap on punch to loosen drum. Then remove drum.
- Remove actuator spring using special brake tool J 38400 or equivalent to pry loop end of spring from adjuster actuator, Fig. ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Troubleshooting -> Master Cylinder Internal Fluid Leakage Check -> Road Test
Vehicle: 1996 Buick Century Special 3.1 V6 GAS
When troubleshooting the hydraulic brake system, perform the following checks and inspections as outlined below. If problem still exists within system, refer to Fig. first, then to Figs. and as necessary.
Master Cylinder Internal Fluid Leakage Check
Start engine and depress the brake pedal. If the pedal gradually falls under constant pressure, the hydraulic system may be leaking. Raise the vehicle on a lift and check all tubing lines and backing plates for signs of leakage. It may be necessary to ...
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